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You'll learn how to make a fashionable purse. All you need is 3 things to make this outstanding purse. Next thing you know everyone will be jealous of your new cool and homemade purse. You could...
Straw dress hats for both men and women are true classics, perfect for summer wear. A straw dress hat can provide a sharp finish to any outfit, as well as protecting your head and skin from the...
Jean purses are cute, thrifty, and fun to make. While the basic purse always consists of the top part of a pair of jeans, you can create different looks with a variety of purse handle options,...
A homemade leather clutch purse could become a treasured, personalized addition to your wardrobe. When you make your own purse, you choose the color, size and style you want from the start, which...
This project is an interesting way to transform an everyday headband into something bright and playful. When people see that you are wearing caution tape on your head they are sure to comment and...
Dressing up like a princess is all about the accessories. No matter how beautiful your dress is, your costume will look boring and plain if it does not have elaborate jewelry, a crown or tiara,...
Do you have an old t-shirt you just can't part with? This is a great way to reinvent that old shirt into a tote bag. It's simple and easy to do and your recycling at the same time.
Being able to convert a regular bra into a racerback has several advantages. The racerback style of bra pulls the shoulders back, keeps the breasts from bouncing as much and redistributes the...
Silk scarves are an accessory that can brighten up any outfit and instantly add color and style. Instead of spending exorbitant amounts of money on expensive, ready-made silk scarves, anyone with...
If you own a Motorola Razr mobile phone, you may want to avoid spending money on pricey accessories--or you may want to show off your own creativity--by designing your own Razr case. With about an...
A belt pouch is not only practical, it can be very stylish. When a belt pouch is made from an attractive print, you will have an accessory that is fun to wear. Whether to complete a costume or to...
Sun hats are a fun accessory. They may be made in many different styles and colors. Hats always add a bit of flair to any outfit. Sun hats also provide cover from the damaging rays of the sun. Sun...
Make a Jeans Tote Bag: Materials & Cutting
You'll need two pairs of jeans that are about the same size. You'll need a good sharp pair of scissors, some pins, and some heavy needles for your sewing machine. Learn how to make a tote bag from...
Make a Jeans Tote Bag: Sewing Up Bottom & Making Straps
It's fine, if the side seams don't end up at the side. Learn how to make a tote bag from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Make a Jeans Tote Bag: Sewing in Lining
To finish off the tote bag, place the inside bag and use it as a lining for the outer bag. Learn how to make a tote bag from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Make a Jeans Handbag: Sewing Strap on Bag
Place the strap on the side, so it's centered on the side seam. Learn how to make a handbag from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Make a Jeans Handbag: Sewing Around Lining
We're actually sewing the lining together with the, the wrong sides together. Learn how to make a handbag from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Make a Jeans Handbag: Sewing in Lining
Make sure your zipper is open and place the handbag on the machine. Learn how to make a handbag from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Make a Jeans Pocket Purse: Sewing Halves Together
You want to make sure that when you cut your pockets out of the old jeans that you leave enough fabric around it to work with. Learn how to make a pocket purse from recycled jeans in this free...
Make a Jeans Handbag: Cut & Pin for Sewing
We'll start by cutting our jeans to the length that we want our pocketbook to be, plus you want to leave about a three quarter inch seam allowance. Learn how to make a handbag from recycled jeans...
Make a Jeans Handbag: Sewing Front & Back Panels
We'll top stitch the jeans so that they'll be flat and we'll have a nice sack there. Learn how to make a handbag from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Make a Jeans Handbag: Quilting Bottom Panel
Quilting is really just sewing the two pieces together, and doing a lot of stitching. Learn how to make a handbag from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Make a Jeans Handbag: Sewing on Bottom Panel
Do a half inch seam allowance and start with just a little bit of back and forth to knot the threads. Learn how to make a handbag from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Make a Jeans Handbag: Sewing Strips for Strap
You want to place the two pieces together, with the right sides facing out. Learn how to make a handbag from recycled jeans in this free fashion video.
Head scarves are a fairly old-fashioned style statement but yet they have stayed popular for quite some time. Designer head scarves tend to command steep prices and even the knockoffs aren't...
With summer approaching, a flat brimmed hat can be a great way to cover up your face and shoulders from the sun. Making hats, also known as millinery, is a fairly simple craft to take up, and...
A garter flask is a great accessory if you are drinking discreetly or really want to cut loose for a night on the town. This simple little accessory is a great bachelorette party gift or just a...
Headbands are a very popular fashion accessory for women and girls of all ages. With such a vast assortment of styles and colors to choose from, it's easy to see why headbands are so popular....
Hat parades are a lot of fun, and you can bet some of the creations seen in them would make even Elsa Schiaparelli wearing her famous "shoe hat" take notice. A hat is considered a personal...
If you eat a lot of rice, perhaps you have wondered what you might do with those large plastic bags that bulk rice comes in. Even if you do not have any large plastic rice bags, you may be able to...
My neck is always cold! A great way to chase off a chill is to sew your own winter scarf. I have a really soft one that I wear around the house all the time - it helps me to save money because I...
Recycling is so easy but why not take it a step further and turn trash into treasure. Juice boxes is one those items that can't be recycled so it ends up in our land fills. I have figured out a...
Making belly dance hip scarves is not difficult to do. You can add embellishments to enhance the look and feel of each scarf, and make each one look unique. Using already-made scarves will help...
I started sewing handbags a few years ago when I saw a woman set up at a flea market selling her handmade purses. I was set up two tables down from her and watched how many people stopped and...
You can make a green friendly tote bag out of a standard size pillow sham. The choice of pattern is varied. Whether you like plain or floral you can find your style. With a minimum amount of...
Hand weights serve as effective exercise tools. They can be used in a variety of different fitness regimes, ranging from yoga to cardiovascular training. In addition to upping your calorie burn,...
If you have a purse that you want to add a lining to or if you have a purse that needs a new liner, you can do this yourself easily. You can choose the lining fabric that you want to use, making...
Making a canvas tote bag is a simple process. Although it would be easiest to do with a sewing machine, it is possible to sew by hand. The following instructions can be used to make a tote bag out...
Most craft bows are made from ribbon, but you can also make a fabric bow to match any outfit, craft, or home decor style. Fabric bows can be made in any size or width, and any type of fabric from...
Felted items are a hot fashion trend right now. Felted purses, mittens and other accessories are all popular women's accessories. However, you don't have to purchase "off the rack" to take part in...
Scarves come in two main styles: warm winter scarves and accessory scarves. Winter scarves are often made from polar fleece, since it’s thick and soft, and requires no sewing. All you have...
If you have a sewing machine, this project can be completed in about 30 minutes. Hand sewing will take a little longer, but it's still a quick and fun craft.
It's time to throw some jeans away that were comfortable and you've had forever. Why not make some use out of them?
Silk can make very elegant purses for special occasions. Although most silk purses are the small, strapless clutch variety, you can make almost any style purse from silk. You can find purse...
These days going green is all the rage, and here's a way to go green, be fashionable and have a fun project. Even Martha Stewart likes the idea of recycling, except she turns T-shirts into...
Most grocery stores now sell their own canvas totes for shopping. You can create your own rather than buy something ready-made. Turn a tank top into a tote in about 30 minutes.
Fixing dinner won't be such a chore when you're wearing this quirky apron you've recycled from an old pair of jeans.
Making a cloth belt is a great project for a sewing beginner. Here is a simple design for a low-slung lace up belt.
One of the easiest sewing projects you can do is to make a sash belt. Sash belts are a great way to dress up an otherwise boring outfit and add a bit of flair to your wardrobe. Read on for...
Blue jean purses are fun, spunky accessories. This blue jean purse is really easy to make and it's a real conversation starter. You can embellish it any way you want to match any outfit.